“Bogey”
Rob Savage, known for The Host, helms a fresh adaptation of Stephen King’s story. It follows a high school student and his younger sister as they cope with the recent death of their mother. A patient of their father, a therapist, becomes a target of harassment inside their home, drawing the siblings into the claws of a terrifying supernatural force that feeds on pain. The cast features Sophie Thatcher, Chris Messina, and Vivien Lyra Blair.
a new spiderman
A new chapter for Miles Morales unfolds as he returns in a sequel that expands the multi‑universe concept first explored in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. The narrative brings together different versions of the wall-crawler, with Miles and allies discovering powers after a spider bite. The installment is a Sony Pictures project that exists outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, offering a stand-alone exploration of alternate Spider‑Man realities.
‘As God has commanded’
Leo Harlem steps into the role of a seasoned, rigid officer in Como Dios manda, a film about respect and coexistence. The story follows Andrés Cuadrado, a civil servant whose worldview is challenged after a career change that lands him in a new ministry. As he confronts entrenched prejudices and discrimination, the character’s trajectory shifts toward greater equality and understanding. The film is directed by Paz Jiménez, who introduces a fresh perspective on social progress.
“Wizards”
Laia Costa, recently honored for her portrayal in Cinco Lobitos, plays a mother whose family is at a turning point. The drama centers on a four-year-old daughter whose bond with her parent strains under mounting pressures. The project also highlights Elena Trapé, whose work earned recognition at the Malaga Festival for its candid portrayal of motherhood and resilience.
“Cyclates, get away with friends”
Marc Fitoussi directs a lighthearted road movie about two women taking a liberating trip to the Greek isles. Laure Calamy, Olivia Côte, and Kristin Scott Thomas bring warmth and humor as lifelong companions who reexamine their pasts and reframe their futures. The film explores friendship, aging, and the joy of carefree escape, and it enjoyed strong reception in France, drawing a sizeable audience for its delicate comedy and heartfelt moments.
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‘Rebel’
Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah return with a war drama led by Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. The film follows Kamal, a Belgian of Moroccan heritage who embeds himself within a fight against ISIS, driven by a desire to help victims of war. His brother Nassim seeks a similar path, and the story delves into the perilous choices faced by those drawn into extremist networks. The movie builds on historical tensions and echoes the experiences of Muslims recruited into militant groups.
‘The taste of simple things’
Directed by Slony Sow, this film follows two chefs whose careers and lives intertwine through a shared love of food. One is a celebrated chef; the other, less renowned, yet equally committed. The narrative traces a deepening friendship that emerges from competitive kitchens and a mutual respect for the craft. Starring Gérard Depardieu and Kyōzō Nagatsuka, the story begins with a near-fatal moment that redefines the perception of flavor, linking culinary mastery with personal growth.
‘dryers’
Secaderos marks the feature debut of Rocío Mesa, a filmmaker who grew up amid Granada’s tobacco drying houses. The project mirrors the tension between urban dreams and rural roots, following a city girl who discovers a magical, liberating fantasy during rural visits, contrasted with a teenager who feels confined and longs for the city’s diversity. The film channels Mesa’s lifelong fascination with the rural landscape and its evolving identity.
“Padilla case”
Directed by Pavel Giroud, this documentary revisits a controversial moment from the early 1970s, revealing the secret archive surrounding poet Heberto Padilla. The film compiles testimonies from literary giants and prominent figures, including Gabriel García Márquez, Julio Cortázar, Mario Vargas Llosa, Jean‑Paul Sartre, Jorge Edwards, Guillermo Cabrera Infante, Carlos Fuentes, and Fidel Castro, shedding light on the era’s political confrontations and artistic dissent.
‘Ti manglio il cuore’
Based on the book by Carlo Bonini and Giuliano Foschini, this black-and-white drama set in northern Italy’s Apulia region explores mafia dynamics. Directed by Pippo Mezzapesa and led by Elodie Ciavarrella, the film grounds its tension in a family feud between rival criminal factions, offering a stark, cinematic portrait of loyalty, danger, and consequences.